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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 12h

Stories have the power to open minds, build empathy, and bring people together. This Banned Books Week, we push back against the extremists seeking to reject the truth and continue the fight to protect the freedom to read, learn, question, and imagine.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Big news for Akron! The University of Akron has received a $241,455 grant from the National Eye Institute to study how cells in the retina communicate.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I’m honoring every survivor, every fighter, and every family who has faced this disease. Early detection saves lives, and I'm committed to making sure Ohioans have access to the screenings, treatment, and care they need.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

My team attended the Summit County Farm Bureau's annual meeting, where Dr. Jim Vogt received this year's Distinguished Service Award along with special Congressional recognition for his outstanding contributions.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. To every survivor: you are not alone, and help is available. If you or someone you know needs support, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. It is free, confidential, and available 24/7.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

From Ohio’s 13th District to Arizona to Massachusetts to Minnesota, the headlines are the same: SNAP cuts are putting food out of reach for families. I voted against the Republican bill that made these disastrous cuts, and I'm cosponsoring legislation to repeal them.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The U.S. lost 15,000 farms in 2025, according to USDA, and Ohio lost about 400 of them. Only the largest operations grew, while small and mid-sized family farms are the ones being squeezed out.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

94% of farmers say their finances are worse or haven’t improved this year. Trump's trade war has cost farmers their markets and their margins, and I'm pushing back against policies that put politics ahead of family-owned farms.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

I’m thrilled to have gotten a behind-the-scenes tour of the Canton Palace Theatre as it celebrates 100 years. Thank you to Georgia Paxos and the entire team for preserving this downtown Canton landmark and keeping it a home for film, live performance, and community.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to present Massillon Mayor Slutz with a Congressional Bicentennial Commemorative Resolution honoring 200 years of the city's history.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I was honored to visit Spring Hill Historic Home in Massillon. During International Underground Railroad Month, it's a powerful reminder of the history in our community.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I'm hosting the Women in Leadership Conference right here in OH-13 on October 9th. Make sure to reserve your spot at sykes.house.gov. I look forward to seeing you there!

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

"We the People." Those three words open our Constitution and define who we are as a nation. Today, on Constitution Day, I'm reflecting on this founding document, the framework of our democracy, and the guarantee of our fundamental rights and freedoms.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The ROAD to Housing Act brings together housing supply, program modernization, and local partnerships instead of relying on one fix. But implementation is everything.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Trump's illegal war with Iran is driving up prices at the pump. Ohio's average gas price has climbed to $4.16 a gallon, and families in our district are feeling the squeeze.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

September 15 is National Voter Registration Day!

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Recovery is possible, and no one should have to walk that path alone. This month, we honor the strength of individuals and families navigating recovery from substance use and mental health challenges, and we recognize the communities, providers and support systems that make healing possible.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I’m honored to join the Canton Fire Department for this solemn 9/11 commemoration. Today we remember the 2,977 Americans we lost on September 11, 2001, and we honor the firefighters, police officers, and paramedics who ran toward danger to save lives that day.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

I’m honored to recognize Dianna Warren as last week’s Champion of the Week. Congratulations, Dianna, for representing Ohio's 13th District with pride and showing why we're proudly known as the Birthplace of Champions.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

This month, we come together to raise awareness, break the stigma and remind our community that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Celebrating our Readers Club champions! This summer, K-12 students across Ohio's 13th District took on the challenge to read at least 20 hours between June 1 and August 21. I was proud to celebrate these young readers and their dedication to building strong reading habits all summer long.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Trump's tariffs have cost American households $1,745 on average over the past year. Families in Ohio's 13th District are feeling the squeeze at the grocery store, the gas pump and everywhere in between. Working families deserve policies that lower costs, not raise them.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Excited to share that Cuyahoga Falls is getting a $1,092,000 investment to overhaul water treatment plant. The current facility has simply outlived its useful life, and this funding will replace the water softener and pump buildings, the lab, and the high-service pumps that keep clean water flowing.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Save the Date! I'm hosting the Women in Leadership Conference right here in OH-13 on October 9th. Make sure to reserve your spot at sykes.house.gov. I look forward to seeing you there!

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Too many Ohioans are forced to choose between paying for medication and paying their bills. Last week’s #SitesWithSykes stop was to Beacon Charitable Pharmacy, where I saw firsthand how free and reduced-cost prescriptions are helping uninsured and underinsured area residents get the care they need.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

I'm honored to present Barberton with a check for over $1M to replace the Justice Center's outdated tech, bringing in new IT, security, and AV equipment for the police department, replacing aging equipment and giving officers the resources they need to do their jobs effectively.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Yesterday morning, Congresswoman Meng led a moment of silence following the devastating floods in Nepal. My office stands with the Nepali and Bhutanese-Nepali Community in Ohio’s 13th District.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

I had the incredible opportunity to tour Charitable Beacon Pharmacy and learn how they help our uninsured or underinsured neighbors in #OH13. Thank you for all you do, and I'll keep fighting in Congress to lower prescription drug prices to make our community a safer, healthier place.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I had the opportunity to present Munroe Falls with a check for $450,000 for upgrades at the Guise Park Lodge.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

President Trump is not on Team America. He's intentionally raising costs when Americans are already struggling to make ends meet. Meanwhile, my colleagues and I will continue fighting to make #OH13 a safer, healthier, and more affordable place to live.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

You thought I wasn't going to say anything? Come on now...

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Last Wednesday, I toured the Canterbury of Twinsburg Senior Care which serves aging Ohioans, seeing firsthand the realities of long-term care, the caregiving workforce, and senior and accessible housing. Conversations like these shape my work on Medicare and Medicaid in Congress.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Signed into law in 1974, the Equal Educational Opportunities Act prohibits states from denying students equal educational opportunity, including protections against discrimination and requirements for language barrier accommodations.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Is there an end in sight to the War in Iran? Sadly, it looks like President Trump is fine seeing costs continue to increase and putting Americans in harm's way. But I'm working hard to put an end to this senseless war. #QuestionsForMyCongresswoman

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Join my office on Thursday, August 27 at 10:30 a.m. for a conversation on the federal grant process. We want to ensure that you have everything needed to make an application as successful as possible. This is how we bring dollars back to the District.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified, guaranteeing women the right to vote. That fight didn't end in 1920, and it isn't over today. I will keep fighting in Congress because every vote matters, and every voice counts.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

It’s Black Business Month, and today we’re highlighting the Posh Venue in Akron. My office had the incredible opportunity to present the owner with a Congressional Recognition for her hard work enriching the Akron community.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Struggling with your electric bill? You're not alone. My office can help. #QuestionsForMyCongresswoman

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Congress in Our Community is coming to Norton! Join staff from the Office of Congresswoman Sykes on Wednesday, August 26th, 2pm to 3pm, at the Norton Branch Library (3930 South Cleveland-Massillon Road, Norton, OH 44203).

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Crisis pregnancy centers often present themselves as medical clinics, but most aren't licensed medical facilities and most don't employ licensed medical staff. Before you go, know what kind of care you're actually getting.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Need to renew or apply for your passport? Join Congresswoman Sykes and Summit County Clerk of Courts Tavia Galonski for a Passport Fair on August 15, 8am to 12pm, at the Clerk of Courts (1030 E. Tallmadge Ave, Akron, OH).

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

What does my day-to-day look like in Congress? Well, every day is a little different, but I am always working for my neighbors in the Birthplace of Champions. #QuestionsForMyCongresswoman

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Save the Date! I'm hosting the Women in Leadership Conference right here in OH-13 on October 9th. Make sure to reserve your spot at sykes.house.gov. I look forward to seeing you there!

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Every time you fill up your gas tank, you're paying for Trump’s reckless war with Iran. Ohio drivers spent $2 billion more on gas last month than before the war started. That’s unacceptable. It’s past time for the war to end.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Five things that are worth the money. Can't forget number five!

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Football season kicked off Thursday night in the Birthplace of Champions! The Pro Football Hall of Fame's annual enshrinement ceremony honors the greatest in the game. I am proud to celebrate them right here at home in #OH13.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a time to recognize the role that vaccines have in protecting our communities and loved ones from serious illness. I’ll always work to ensure that vaccines are safe, effective, and available.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

This is the real cost of Trump's economy … itemized. $1 trillion in Medicaid and ACA cuts. $3,100 more per family from inflation. $1,745 more from tariffs. Ohioans are paying the price.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Happy Tax-Free Weekend, Ohio! From August 7th to 9th, families across the state can shop for clothing, school supplies, office supplies, and books without paying sales tax. It's the perfect time to check items off your back-to-school list while saving a little money along the way.

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Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes @repemiliasykes.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

I'm so glad to have spent this past Saturday morning at the West Akron 5K!

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